Come stargazing with Melissa Maddison on the morning show when she speaks to Ray Johnston from the Great Barrier Reef Observatory. Ray talks about the latest constellations in our skies and gives beginners and enthusiasts hints on how to see the best in our night skies.
Tune in to Melissa and Ray every second Wednesday morning just after the 10 O'clock news
(schedule). Listeners from Carmila to
Bowen can tune in on 101.1 FM,
while Airlie Beach and surrounding areas can listen on
89.9 FM,
and those out towards Mooranbah can find the show on 104.9 FM.
Stargazers in other areas can find out how to tune in on
ABC Tropical North's website
Why not have a listen to one of Ray's show now? In this show, Ray talks about his recent trip to Egypt where he was researching the astronomical influences on the siting of the pyramids and other historical monuments, the Tropical Stargazer's plans for the coming year, the naming of constellations, and the Star of Bethlehem.
We also have some of Ray's other shows too - click here to choose.
And don't forget star charts are available at ABC Tropical North, 25 River Street, Mackay.
ABC Local Radio Stargazing Night.
Over 200 people attended the ABC Radio public stargazing night on July 15.
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| The Tropical Stargazers and ABC crew make preparations for the most successfull viewing night yet. |
Over 200 people turned up to gaze at the stars. |
If you came to the ABC stargazing night and had a great time, or if you couldn't make it but would still like to try
a bit of stargazing, come along to one of the Tropical Stargazers' viewing nights,
held regularly throughout the year.
